Youth Worker in Charge; Youth Employability Hub

Final date to receive applications: Friday 6 th February

Shortlisting: Tuesday 10 th February

Interviews: Tuesday 17 th February

Applicants must have a right to work in the UK and be able to speak, read and write English to a good standard. A DBS enhanced check and UK driving licence will be required.

Send your CV and a short statement by email explaining why you’re a great fit for the role to

The Worker in Charge will lead the day‑to‑day running of the Youth Employment Hub, ensuring it operates as a safe, supportive, and dynamic environment for young people aged 16–24. You’ll oversee staff, coordinate activities, and work closely with the DWP, local partners, and community organisations to deliver high‑quality employment support.

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the Youth Employment Hub
• Supervise and support Youth Support Workers and volunteers
• Build strong relationships with DWP Work Coaches and partner agencies
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance standards are met
• Monitor outcomes, track progress, and report on performance
• Coordinate workshops, training sessions, and outreach activities
• Represent the Hub at community events and partnership meetings.
• To engage in training, study and other appropriate courses approved by CCYS and when necessary.
• To carry out any other duties commensurate to the grade of this post as required.

This job description is not exhaustive and is provided to assist the postholder to know what her/his duties are.

It may be amended from time to time, without change to the levels of responsibility appropriate to the grade of the post and in discussion with the postholder.

A DBS Enhanced Check will be required. The candidate must have a Right to Work in the UK.

• Confident leader with experience in youth work, community services, or employability support
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Able to build trust with young people from diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of local services, employment pathways, and support networks
• Passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
• Experience and understanding of work with young people and working within relevant policies and procedures.
• An understanding of equality and diversity issues, and a commitment to putting equality principles into practice.
• A sensitive and professional approach towards colleagues, volunteers and service users, mindful of confidentiality and anti-discriminatory practices.
• Empathy with CCYS aims values and objectives.
• An understanding of the core values of youth work
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements and experience implementing H&S procedures
• An awareness of issues important to young people and how to support them
• Experience of writing small grant applications, case studies and reports to support young people’s work